Winter Weather — Sierra Madre Range, Wyoming

2023-02-19 · Sierra Madre Range, Wyoming

Event narrative

Multiple SNOTELs estimated 5 to 9 inches of snow accumulation, especially at elevations above 9000 feet.

Wider weather episode

The Snowy and Sierra Madre mountain ranges in south-central Wyoming received 5 to 10 inches of snow accumulation starting early in the morning on the 18th. Strong winds in the area also resulted in blowing snow and reductions to visibility.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1070543. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.